Exercise Right Week takes place between 22 - 28th May. This year's theme is all about ‘Who’s your match? – Getting to know your expert of exercise’. All Australians should know the importance of seeking the right exercise expert for their requirements.
YMCA NSW is partnered with Health Team Australia (HTA) to provide Expert Exercise Physiology services to the community.
Services available*: 1-1 Consultations, Workshops, Conditions specific group sessions, Telehealth Services, Advanced Health Screening & Inbody Scanning, Corporate Health Services & Programs
*Depending on availability
What is an Exercise Physiologist (AEP)
An Accredited Exercise Physiologist (AEP) holds a four-year equivalent university degree and specialises in the exercise and movement for the prevention and management of chronic diseases and injuries. AEPs provide support for people with:
- obesity
- cardiovascular disease
- diabetes
- osteoporosis and arthritis
- mental health conditions
- cancer and cancer treatment recovery
- chronic pain and fatigue
- post-surgical rehabilitation (ACL reconstruction, hip/knee replacement)
- neuromuscular exercise therapy (multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s disease)
- pulmonary disease and more
Accredited Exercise Physiologists are different by the possession of extensive knowledge, skills and experience in clinical exercise delivery and their ability to provide health modification counselling for people with chronic disease and injury.
What makes an Accredited Exercise Physiologist different to other exercise professionals?
The differences are:
- They are university qualified
- They undertake strict accreditation requirements
- They are eligible to register with Medicare Australia, the Department of Veterans’ Affairs and WorkCover and are recognised by most private health insurers
- They can treat and work with all types of people, those who want to improve their health and wellbeing to those, unfortunately suffering from a chronic illness.
Accredited Exercise Physiologists are different by the possession of extensive knowledge, skills and experience in clinical exercise delivery and their ability to provide health modification counselling for people with chronic disease and injury.
This Exercise Right Week - Find out more about our Exercise Physiology services HERE and learn about how exercise can help with the prevention, treatment and management of illnesses and injuries.
Services available*: 1-1 Consultations, Workshops, Conditions specific group sessions, Telehealth Services, Advanced Health Screening & Inbody Scanning, Corporate Health Services & Programs
*Depending on availability
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